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February 8, 2010
The Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT) rating was affirmed at T2-. The company’s rating outlook is positive, as management’s statements around the company’s current and projected financial situation improved. Management toned down its overly optimistic view of the company and provided a more grounded approach.A company with a rating of “T2-” provides limited transparency, consistency, and/or straight-forwardness. There are considerable indications of concern within the presentation and description of the financials and/or other corporate activity.
January 29, 2010
The Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc.’s (NASDAQ: RMCF) rating was affirmed at T1. Management provided extensive transparency and candor in all aspects of financial reporting. The company’s outlook is neutral.A rating of “T1” is the highest rating a company is able to achieve from Tiarta. Based on the materials reviewed, the rated company provides transparent, consistent, and direct information.
January 22, 2010
The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) is the world’s largest beverage company with over 500 brands that span the globe. This did not happen by accident. The company has spent considerable time and money building what many surveys have listed as the #1 brand in the world. The company is a sales and marketing powerhouse.January 15, 2010
Tiarta L.L.C. initiated research coverage of Rosetta Stone (NYSE: RST) with a rating of T2+, due to solid financial transparency offset by questionable managerial statements surrounding financial guidance. The company’s outlook is cautiously positive as slight adjustments to management’s communications could improve its rating.Based on the materials reviewed, a company with a rating of “T2+” provides fairly transparent, consistent, and direct information. The reviewed documents do exhibit some indications of concern within the presentation and/or description of the financials and/or other corporate activity.